Is the Merit Beauty 'Great Skin' Glow Set actually worth the shipping effort for us in South Korea?

Why am I obsessed with the Merit Spring 2026 Glow Set?

I have been seeing the Merit Beauty 'The Great Skin' Glow Set (Spring 2026 Edition) all over my social feeds lately. Even though we are spoiled for choice here in South Korea with incredible local skincare, there is something about that Merit aesthetic that just hits differently. This year, I noticed Merit is focusing heavily on the "glass skin" look that we love, but with a more minimalist, US-style approach. The Spring 2026 edition is particularly tempting because it bundles their viral Great Skin serum and the soothing moisturizer at a 25% discount compared to buying them separately. I keep an eye on us trends to see what is worth the international haul, and this set topped my list for April 2026.

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My skin has been feeling a bit dull after the winter, and we all know how the spring transition can be tricky. I wanted to see if this US brand could provide that deep hydration without feeling heavy. Since Merit doesn't have a physical presence in Seoul yet, I knew I had to find a reliable way to get it from a tax-free us address directly to my door.

How I shop US stores from Seoul

When I decide to shop us store options, I don't just hope for the best with direct shipping. Most of the time, US brands either don't ship to South Korea or the shipping fees they quote are astronomical. I prefer using a freight forwarder because it gives me more control over the process. I have a step-by-step guide I follow: I send my purchases to a warehouse in Oregon (no sales tax!), and then I have them forwarded to me.

I always use an international shipping service that understands the nuances of Korean customs. Before I even hit the "buy" button, I make sure to use a shipping calculator to get a clear idea of what the final cost will be. It prevents any nasty surprises when the package arrives at the warehouse.

Why I used BuyForMe for my Merit order

I have run into a few issues recently where some US-based beauty retailers and big names like Sephora or Nike have started blocking international credit cards. It is incredibly frustrating to have your order cancelled three minutes after placing it. This is where I found the BuyForMe service to be a lifesaver. The problem is that these stores often flag any billing address outside of the United States or refuse to ship to known forwarding addresses if the payment isn't domestic.

When I ordered the Merit set, I decided to use the comGateway BuyForMe service. We essentially ask them to act as our proxy. They use a US-issued credit card to purchase the item on our behalf. This is the safest way to guarantee the order doesn't get flagged or cancelled by the merchant's security filters. I found it much easier than trying to troubleshoot why my Korean card was being rejected by a US checkout system.

My shipping cost breakdown for the Glow Set

I want to share my estimates so you can plan your own 2026 spring haul. The Merit 'Great Skin' Glow Set is fairly compact, which is great for shipping rates. Here is what I calculated:

I always recommend checking the support section if you are buying larger beauty kits that might include electronic facial tools, as those contain lithium batteries and require special handling. For this specific Merit set, it is a straightforward shipment.

What I learned about Korean import taxes

One thing I always tell my friends in Seoul is to watch the de minimis threshold. For shipments from the USA to South Korea, you generally want to keep your total value (including domestic US shipping) under $200 USD to avoid import duties. Since the Merit Glow Set is priced around $80–$100, I had plenty of room to add a few more items to my shipment without hitting that limit.

If you go over the limit, you will be responsible for customs tax, which can add about 10-20% to your total cost. I find it much more efficient to consolidate a few popular products into one box via my international shipping provider to save on the base shipping fee while staying under the tax threshold.

Is this set better than my local Seoul favorites?

I was skeptical at first. Why buy a US serum when I live in the skincare capital of the world? However, the Merit Great Skin serum has a unique bi-phase formula that gives a specific "lit-from-within" glow that I haven't quite matched with my usual K-beauty routine lately. Using an international shipping service to bring these exclusive 2026 sets to Korea is definitely worth it for the variety. If you have questions about the process, the FAQ on the forwarder's site is usually my first stop for logistical help. My experience getting this set delivered was seamless, and the 25% discount on the set basically covered my shipping costs to Seoul!